Case Studies
Not Guilty at Trial on Fraud and Possession Charges
R. v. R.F. - Not Guilty at Trail
The accused was charged with one count of Fraud Under $5000 and Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000. The allegations were in relation to a loan given out by the accused. Mr. De Boyrie set the matter down for trial, and R.F. was found not guilty of all charges.
Other Fraud Cases
R. v. J.D.
Fraud Over $5,000 Charges Withdrawn Following Restitution and Peace Bond
The accused was charged with Fraud over $5,000 and Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000. The accused was initially facing jail time and a criminal record. Counsel arranged for the accused to make full restitution, and J.D. entered into a common law peace bond. The crown then withdrew all of the charges against J.D. resulting in no criminal record.
Client Acquitted at Trial on Dangerous Driving Charge
R. v. D.G. - Acquitted at Trial
The accused was charged with dangerous operation of a motor vehicle. The allegations were that D.G. was driving at a high rate of speed, lost control and crashed into multiple cars. Mr. De Boyrie set the matter down for trial, and D.G. was acquitted of all charges.
Other Impaired Driving Cases
R. v. R.M.
Favourable Plea Secured in Police Chase Case with No Criminal Record
The accused was charged with one count of Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle, one count of Assault with a Weapon, possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000, and one count of Obstruct Police Officer. The allegations involved a police chase, and the accused was found in the stolen vehicle. Counsel was able to negotiate a favourable plea involving no criminal record. R.M. received a Conditional Discharge and 12 months probation.
R. v. C.P.
Impaired Driving Charge Reduced to Non-Criminal Traffic Offence
The accused was charged with Impaired Driving. He had been pulled over for an illegal right turn. He provided breath samples of 120 mgs. Mr. De Boyrie negotiated to have the criminal charge reduced to a highway traffic act offence, with the Impaired charge withdrawn.
R. v. R.H.
Impaired Driving Charge Dismissed After Charter Violations Exposed
The accused was arrested in a plaza parking lot following some alleged erratic driving. He was charged with Impaired driving, blowing 4 times the legal limit. Counsel set the matter down for trial due to several Charter breaches, and R.H. was acquitted at trial.
R. v. G.G.
Impaired Driving Withdrawn and Resolved as Careless Driving with No Record
The accused was charged with Impaired over 80 mg. G.G. was pulled over at around 2am for allegations of speeding. He provided breath samples of 123 mgs. Counsel was able to negotiate a withdrawal of the Criminal Charge, and G.G. plead guilty to a reduced Highway Traffic Offence, of Careless driving, receiving no criminal record.
All Robbery Charges Withdrawn After Evidentiary Issues Raised
R. v. R.M. - All Robbery Charges Withdrawn
The accused was charged with three counts of Robbery in relation to auto thefts in Toronto. Police had found R.M.’s drivers license in one of the stolen vehicles. All three charges were withdrawn by the Crown after months of negotiations and significant evidentiary issues noted by Counsel.
Other Theft and Robbery Cases
R. v. N.J.
Robbery and Possession Charges Withdrawn Following Identity Concerns
The accused, was charged with one count of Robbery and one count of Possession of Stolen Property. Counsel was able to secure a withdrawal of the charges after significant upfront work by the accused, and the Crown facing an uphill battle on identity. N.J. did not receive a criminal record as a result.
R. v. B.K.
Favourable Plea Secured in Multi-Charge Robbery Case with No Criminal Record
The accused was facing four counts of Robbery, one count of assault with a weapon, one count of extorsion, and one count of administering a noxious substance. Accused was facing serious consequences, and jail time as a result. Counsel was able to negotiate a very favourable plea to one count, and B.K. received a conditional discharge and 12 months probation as a result. All remaining charges were withdrawn, and no criminal record was registered.
R. v. M.B.
Youth Client Acquitted at Trial on Robbery and Assault Charges
The young offender was facing one count of Robbery, and one count of Assault causing bodily harm. The complainant was a gas station attendant who was robbed in the middle of the night by a masked individual. Mr. De Boyrie represented M.B., at trial, and he was acquitted of all charges.
Not Guilty Verdict Secured After Multi-Day Sexual Assault Trial
R. v. H.S. - Not Guilty Verdict Secured
The accused was charged with one count of Sexual Assault under S.271 of the CCC. The accused was facing a significant penitentiary sentence, and the matter was set down for trial. After a multi-day trial, H.S. was acquitted as the Judge found him Not Guilty of the offence.
Other Sexual Offence Cases
R. v. M.K.
Sexual Assault Charges Withdrawn Following Exculpatory Evidence and Peace Bond
The accused was charged with two counts of Sexual Assault and one count of Assault. The complainant alleged that the sexual conduct was unwanted and uninvited. After months of discussions and negotiations with the Crown, and significant exculpatory evidence provided to the Crown, all charges were withdrawn, and the accused entered a peace bond for 12 months.
R. v. A.C.
Youth Sexual Assault Charge Withdrawn with No Criminal Record or Admission of Guilt
The young offender was charged with one count of sexual assault in relation to an ex-partner. Mr. De Boyrie represented the accused throughout the pre trial process in the Ontario Court of Justice and was successful in having the charges against the accused withdrawn. A.C. entered a common law peace bond for 12 months, with no admission of guilt, and no criminal record.
R. v. G.B.
Sexual Assault Charge Withdrawn, Preserving Client’s Immigration Status
The accused was a Permanent Resident, and was charged with one count of sexual assault, in relation to unwanted sexual touching in the workplace. This matter was extensively pre-tried with the Crown over many months and eventually the Crown was convinced of a lack of prospect of conviction. All charges were withdrawn, and G.B. was able to become a Canadian Citizen.
Charges Withdrawn and Resolved by Peace Bond with No Criminal Record
R. v. R.G. - Charges Withdrawn, No Criminal Record
The accused was charged with one count of Criminal Harassment and one count of Uttering Threats. The allegations came from a co-worker, alleging that R.G. followed her home multiple times, and had made threatening phone calls over a span of six months. Mr. De Boyrie secured a withdrawal of all charges, prior to setting a trial. Rather, the matter was dealt with by way of a section 810 peace bond, and no criminal record or admission of guilt.
Other Criminal Harassment Cases
R. v. M.L.
Criminal Harassment Charge Withdrawn Following Upfront Counselling
The accused was charged with one count of Criminal Harassment. The complainant was a friend of the accused who alleged that M.L. was contacting her endlessly for months. After negotiations with the Crown, and counsel arranging upfront counseling for M.L., the charge was withdrawn by the Crown.
R. v. F.F.
Harassment Charge Withdrawn and Short Peace Bond Secured to Protect Employment
The accused was charged with a single count of Criminal Harassment. The allegations involved hundreds of calls to an ex-partner. Counsel was able to secure a withdrawal of the charges, and a shortened peace bond of only 6-months, to ensure F.F. would not lose his employment.
R. v. T.L.
Client Found Not Guilty at Trial on Two Criminal Harassment Charges
The accused was charged with two counts of criminal harassment. The allegations against T.L. were that he made several unanswered calls to his ex-partner over the span of a year. Mr. De Boyrie set the matter down for trial, and T.L. was found not guilty of all charges.
All Domestic Assault Charges Withdrawn After Credibility Issues Raised
R. v. P.G. -All Domestic Assault Charges Withdrawn
The accused was charged with three counts of Assault, allegedly occurring over the span of two years. After lengthy negotiations, and witness credibility issues identified by counsel, the Crown agreed to withdraw all charges, once the accused entered a s.810 peace bond for two years.
Other Domestic Assault Cases
R. v. C.V.
Domestic Assault Charge Withdrawn Following Peace Bond Resolution
The accused was charged with one count of Assault on a domestic partner. Counsel was able to successfully negotiate a common law peace bond and a withdrawal of the charge.
R. v. F.M.
Domestic Assault and Threat Charges Withdrawn Through Diversion Program
The accused was charged with one count of Assault and one count of uttering threats on a domestic partner. Counsel was able to negotiate an upfront diversion program for F.M. and a full withdrawal of all charges.
R. v. S.S.
Domestic Assault and Threat Charges Resolved by s.810 Peace Bond
The accused was charged with one count of Assault and one count of uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm, on a domestic partner. Counsel was able to successfully negotiate a s.810 peace bond and a withdrawal of the charges.
R. v. A.R.
Multiple Domestic Charges Resolved With Conditional Discharge and No Criminal Record
The accused was facing a total of seven charges, including Domestic Assaults, Assault with a Weapon, Mischief etc. After months of pretrial discussions with both the Crown and Judge, as well as the completion of upfront work by A.R. counsel was able to negotiate a favourable plea involving no criminal record. A.R. received a Conditional Discharge and 12 months probation, after pleading guilty to only one count of assault, and the remaining charges were all withdrawn.
Assault Charge Withdrawn After Evidence Supports Self-Defence Claim
R. v. S.L. - Assault Charges Withdrawn
The accused was charged with one count of assault in relation to an altercation with an ex-partner’s spouse. The complainant accused S.L. of initiating the physicality and hitting her multiple times in the head. After analysis of cellphone, and doorbell camera footage, counsel was able to convince the Crown that the actions were conducted in self defence. The charge was ultimately withdrawn, without the need for a peace bond.
Other Assault Cases
R. v. S.S.
All Assault Charges Withdrawn After Crown Concedes No Reasonable Prospect of Conviction
The accused was charged with two counts of assault in relation to a public altercation. Counsel was able to successfully have all charges withdrawn, as the Crown was convinced of a lack of reasonable prospect of conviction on the matters.
R. v. D.H.
Assault Charge Resolved Through Peace Bond and Withdrawn
The accused was charged with one count of assault on a co-worker. Counsel was able to successfully negotiate a common law peace bond and have the charges ultimately withdrawn.
R. v. M.O.
Assault and Threat Charges Withdrawn After Defence Exposes Evidentiary Gaps
The accused was charged with two counts of assault and one count of uttering threats while at Pearson Airport. Counsel was successfully able to analyze all evidence, and identify the serious weaknesses in the crown’s case, due to a lack of video footage. Counsel was therefore able to successfully negotiate having the charges withdrawn during pretrial discussions.
R. v. M.D.
Full Acquittal at Trial on Assault, Threats, and Theft Charges
The accused was charged with Assault, Uttering Threats, and Theft under $5,000. The complainant accused M.D. of assaulting her and taking her phone. She further alleged that she was threatened by M.D. on another prior date. Mr. De Boyrie successfully represented M.D. at trial and he was acquitted of all three charges.
R. v. D.S.
Assault Charges Withdrawn After Security Footage Proves Innocence
The accused, D.S. was attending a concert in the City of Toronto when she was removed by security. The complainant accused her of assaulting two members of their staff. Counsel was able to sift through hours of security footage and prove D.S.’s innocence, ultimately having the charges withdrawn on the trial date.
Bail Granted in Break and Enter Case Involving Disguise Allegations
R. v. R.C. - Bail Granted
The accused was charged with break & enter into a dwelling, and disguise with intent. The allegations were that R.C. and her two co-accused broke into a residence and while wearing disguises, and were found behind the home. Mr. De Boyrie fought aggressively on behalf of R.C. and one of her co-accused’s and was successful in getting them released on bail following a lengthy contested bail hearing.
Other bail hearing cases
R. v. D.K.
Bail Secured Within 24 Hours on Serious Sexual Offence Charges
The accused was charged with sexual interference, and invitation to sexual touching. D.K. was accused of sexually assaulting a young person with special needs in a group home. Mr. De Boyrie was successfully able to secure D.K.’s release on bail less that 24 hours after his arrest.
R. v. K.S.
Bail Granted Despite Crown Opposition in Serious Drug Case
The accused was charged with a number of serious drug offences, and the Crown initially favoured his detention. After lengthy negotiations counsel was able to obtain bail for K.S. under the supervision of his girlfriend.
R. v. E.J.
Bail Achieved in Impaired Driving Causing Death Case Against Crown Objection
The accused was charged with Impaired Driving Causing Death. The allegations against E.J. were that he was driving erratically, ran a red light and collided with a pole, causing the death of his passenger. Mr. De Boyrie represented E.J. at his bail hearing advocated against a fierce Crown opposition to release. Following a lengthy contested bail hearing, Counsel was successful in securing E.J.’s release on bail.
No Jail Time Secured in Firearm and Assault Case Involving Multiple Serious Charges
R. v. J.W. - No Jail Time Secured
The accused was charged with Point Firearm, careless storage of ammunition, assault, uttering threats, and breach of prohibition order. J.W. was facing significant penitentiary time. Counsel was able to negotiate a plea involving no jail time for J.W. and significant resources to assist J.W. in his rehabilitation.
Other weapons cases
R. v. R.M.
Youth Robbery and Weapons Charges Withdrawn on Trial Date
The young person was charged with Robbery, and possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose. The allegations were that R.M. had robbed another individual of his jacket and was later found with a knife on his person. Mr. De Boyrie was successful in having the charges against R.M. withdrawn on the day of trial.
R. v. K.G.
Threat and Weapons Charges Withdrawn Through Mental Health Diversion
The accused was charged with Uttering Threats, and possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose. K.G. had been suffering with mental health struggles at the time of his arrest, and Counsel was able to divert the charges through Alternative Resolution court. All charges were eventually withdrawn and K.G. was provided with great resources to better his mental health.
Possession for Purpose of Trafficking Charge Withdrawn After Crown Concedes Lack of Knowledge
R. v. M.V. - Charges Withdrawn
The accused was charged with possession for the purpose – schedule I. The allegations involved the discovery of 5 kgs of Cocaine under the seat M.V. was sitting in. Mr. De Boyrie secured a withdrawal of the charge after lengthy negotiations with the Crown. The Crown was satisfied that, as the passenger of the vehicle, M.V. was not aware of the drugs being present.
other drug offence cases
R. v. R.M.
Drug Possession Charge Stayed After Brief Counselling Completed
The accused was charged with possession of cocaine. Mr. De Boyrie successfully negotiated a Stay of proceedings at the request of the Federal Prosecution. R.M. completed some brief counseling and did not receive a criminal record.
R. v. G.P.
All Drug Charges Stayed Due to Charter Delay Application Success
The accused was charged with several serious offences, including Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking – Schedule I. Mr. De Boyrie successfully brought an application under Section 11(b) of the Charter of Rights, as a result of significant delays in getting the matter set for trial. The charges were ultimately Stayed by the Judge.
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